Kangaroo Island Adventure (Basix)

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Travel to Kangaroo Island and sample a pristine nugget of the natural goldmine that is Australia. Check out a sea lion colony in Seal Bay, give sand boarding a shot in Little Sahara and perhaps head out on a walk in search of Vivonne Bay's wildlife. Spot koalas in Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, clamber about the bizarre natural sculptures of Remarkable Rocks and peer out at the ocean through the natural overhang of Admirals Arch. With plenty of activities on offer and abundant adorable wildlife, this two-day trip makes for a unique island getaway.

Kangaroo Island Adventure (Basix)

Travel to Kangaroo Island and sample a pristine nugget of the natural goldmine that is Australia. Check out a sea lion colony in Seal Bay, give sand boarding a shot in Little Sahara and perhaps head out on a walk in search of Vivonne Bay's wildlife. Spot koalas in Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, clamber about the bizarre natural sculptures of Remarkable Rocks and peer out at the ocean through the natural overhang of Admirals Arch. With plenty of activities on offer and abundant adorable wildlife, this two-day trip makes for a unique island getaway.

Start

Adelaide,
Australia

Finish

Adelaide,
Australia

Destination

South Australia,
Kangaroo Island

Style

Basix

Theme

Wildlife

Code

PSKI-B

Physical rating

Ages

Min
18

Group size

Min
1, Max
20

Why you'll love this trip

Loll about with the local sea lions at Seal Bay

Give sandboarding a crack amid the white sand dunes of Little Sahara

Walk through Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary in search of koalas in their gumtree hideouts

After an early morning pick up from your Adelaide or Glenelg accommodation (selected hotels/hostels), travel along the picture-perfect Fleurieu Peninsula to Cape Jervis for the 45-minute SeaLink ferry ride to Penneshaw, Kangaroo Island. While crossing, it is not uncommon to have an escort of local dolphins that can be viewed from the dolphin deck on the boat.

Stop in at Rob's Shearing and Sheepdogs to witness sheep being shorn, then continue to Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery – the only commercial eucalyptus distillery in South Australia. Next up is a visit to the Seal Bay Conservation Park, where you'll have the opportunity to see rare Australian Sea-lions up close in a wild breeding colony.

Travelling on to the white sand dunes of the Little Sahara, give sand boarding a shot before arriving at our exclusive accommodation in Vivonne Bay Lodge. Enjoy some free time to kayak on the Harriet River, go for a self-guided walk along the property’s tracks, head out trail bike riding or swimming, or simply kick back along Vivonne Bay Beach. Accommodation tonight is in eight-person dormitory rooms with shared bathrooms (bed linen provided).

Note: The coach transfer from Adelaide to the ferry is approximately 1.5 hours, with a sailing time of 45 minutes. On the Island, you will spend approximately 2 hours in the vehicle with frequent sightseeing. Walking and active time will depend on which optional activities you choose in the afternoon.

Included Activities

Rob's shearing and sheepdogs

Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery

Seal Bay Conservation Park

Sandboarding at Little Sahara

Meals Included

After breakfast, pop into the Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary for a walk among eucalyptus trees in search of lazing koalas. Next, continue on to Flinders Chase National Park, arriving at iconic Remarkable Rocks ahead of the crowds. Ramble across its craggy coastline, marvel at its dramatic seascapes, and then stop in at Admirals Arch on Cape Du Couedic to see the resident fur seals frolicking in the ocean or basking on the rocks.

If time and weather permits, several stops may be made en route to Penneshaw, where you can purchase dinner (own expense) before our arrival back in Adelaide.

Note: Driving time whilst on the Island will be the majority of the day, with constant stops for sightseeing. The ferry Journey is approximately 45 minutes back to the mainland with a journey of 1.5 hours back to central Adelaide. Arrival time will be approximately 10:40pm. Walking distances are several hundred metres at each location.

Included Activities

Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary

Flinders Chase National Park

Remarkable Rocks

Admirals Arch

Meals Included

Breakfast

Lunch

Inclusions

Meals

1 breakfast,
2 lunches,
1 dinner

Transport

Ferry,
Transfer coach

Accommodation

Lodge (1 night)

Included activities

Rob's shearing and sheepdogs

Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery

Seal Bay Conservation Park

Sandboarding at Little Sahara

Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary

Flinders Chase National Park

Remarkable Rocks

Admirals Arch

Meals

1 breakfast,
2 lunches,
1 dinner

Transport

Ferry,
Transfer coach

Accommodation

Lodge (1 night)

Included activities

Rob's shearing and sheepdogs

Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery

Seal Bay Conservation Park

Sandboarding at Little Sahara

Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary

Flinders Chase National Park

Remarkable Rocks

Admirals Arch

Days

2

Price from

Travel to Kangaroo Island and sample a pristine nugget of the natural goldmine that is Australia. Check out a sea lion colony in Seal Bay, give sand boarding a shot in Little Sahara and perhaps head out on a walk in search of Vivonne Bay's wildlife. Spot koalas in Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, clamber about the bizarre natural sculptures of Remarkable Rocks and peer out at the ocean through the natural overhang of Admirals Arch. With plenty of activities on offer and abundant adorable wildlife, this two-day trip makes for a unique island getaway.

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Important notes

1. Coach transfer from Adelaide to meet the ferry on day 1 departs Adelaide Central Bus Station (85 Franklin Street) at 6:45am. Hotel pick up’s from central Adelaide to the bus station are available on request.
2. Check in at the Central Bus Station will be at the ‘Sealink’ counter.
3. Trip finishes at the Adelaide Central Bus Station at approximately 10:40pm on day two, onward travel must be booked for the following day.
4. This trip is also available in Original twin share accommodation , see PSKI-O

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